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Hot Hair: Strand Stars to Watch in 2011

What better way to kick-start a new year than to rock a sexy new hairstyle? All you need is a little inspiration! Last year, these ten A-listers kept us guessing with their fabulous, fashion-forward hairstyles. From Janet Jackson's sleek flapper-esque style to Willow Smith's edgy punk 'do, these spectacularly coiffed strand superstars are the ones to watch in the New Year.
By · Updated October 29, 2020
01
Fierce Flapper

What better way to kick-start the new year than to rock a new hairstyle? From Janet Jackson’s flapper style to Willow Smith’s punk ’do, these strand superstars are the ones to watch in 2011.

Hot Hair: Strand Stars to Watch in 2011
02
Technicolor Tresses

Nicki Minaj’s technicolor tresses kept us guessing all year long! Whether she’s rocking a lime green bob or long platinum bangs, this rap superstar’s strands always steal the spotlight.

Hot Hair: Strand Stars to Watch in 2011
03
Shave Rave

Willow Smith may be only 9 years old, but this pint-sized performer set a zillion trends with her edgy, punk chic tresses. We can’t wait to see what she’ll do next!

Hot Hair: Strand Stars to Watch in 2011
04
Red Alert

Rihanna shocked the world with her rapidly growing, cherry red tresses in 2010! What shade do you think she’s going to rock next?

Hot Hair: Strand Stars to Watch in 2011
05
Afro-Tastic!

From dramatic pompadours to Grace Jones-esque coifs, singer Shoniwa Shingai’s fabulously sculpted hairstyles are an inspiration to natural women everywhere.

Hot Hair: Strand Stars to Watch in 2011
06
Sleek Chic

Kelly Rowland refreshed her look in 2010 with a sleek, asymmetric ‘do. We can’t wait to see what the singer comes up with next!

Hot Hair: Strand Stars to Watch in 2011
07
Keri is So Very

Whether it’s Marilyn Monroe-inspired platinum curls or a razor cut shag, every time we see Keri Hilson, she’s sporting a brand-new strand style. She’s a constant source of hair inspiration!

Hot Hair: Strand Stars to Watch in 2011
08
Bowl Us Over

Dirty Money’s Dawn Richard has some of the most chic hairstyles in all of celebdom, from retro bowl cuts to bold copper streaks. Her tresses are sure to surprise and inspire us this year.

Hot Hair: Strand Stars to Watch in 2011
09
Short Cut

In 2010, Chrisette Michele flaunted a super-short buzz cut that inspired many women to go for the big chop, too! We can’t wait to see her next mane move…

Hot Hair: Strand Stars to Watch in 2011
10
Sassy Solange

Last year, Solange Knowles emerged as one of the hottest hair chameleons on the planets. Whether she sports an afro wig or her own short curly natural, her style is always on point.

Hot Hair: Strand Stars to Watch in 2011

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